There is a common riddle that goes like this; “When it rains, it pours, what am I?” The correct answer is salt; however, it would be easily confused with the salty taste left in the Redskins’ mouth after their loss at the hands of the 49ers. Washington falls to a staggering 1-6 record which is the third-worst in the league currently. Redskins game 7 loss to the 49ers.
The weather in the nation’s capital was gloomy, to say the least. Before this week, the DMV had been in a moderate drought, not receiving rain for weeks on end. Just like Wednesday, it rained steadily all day. Add on that FedEx field is easily one of the worst fields in the NFL. There is a recipe for disaster. Keenum was once again the starter which at this point is what it is. Though it was raining, Keenum only had 12 passing attempts, completing 9 of them for 77 yards.
Immediately the difference in coaching style could be felt, considering the team had 26 rushing attempts as supposed to the 12 passing. The run game was featured for both teams (and couldn’t be timelier due to inclement weather). The first couple of plays in the first quarter worked well for the Skin and put them in a position to score first with a field goal, which was missed in typical Reskins fashion.
On the defense side of the ball. The performance was slightly better than how they usually do which is normally just a lackluster collection of impact fewer bodies. Perhaps that is not entirely true, but it sure does feel that way. There was a sack courtesy of Noah Spence, Ryan Kerrigan, and Montez Sweat both had half a sack, and there was an interception Troy Apke. The numbers look pretty good. But it is important to remember that the game was primarily run first, so the “whole-y” secondary was not exploited as it usually is.
Though professionalism is key. This loss is one to note because Kyle Shanahan was once the offensive coordinator for the Redskins. Again, no coach would ever admit to wanting to beat a former team, however, it cannot be ignored. Another fact that can’t be ignored is that coaches, once they leave the organization, tend to do well. This year alone, of the former coaches who were with the Redskins (McVay, LaFleur, and Shanahan) are 16-4. McVay leading the Rams to a Super Bowl appearance last year.
Maybe there’s hope for Jay Gruden after all? No matter, “Revenge Week” continues for DC with a trip to take on former quarterback Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings. The Redskins will have to make a quick bounce back from this game as the game will be held this Thursday. Wait, that is another primetime game? Oh boy…
When it Rains it Pours Redskins game 7 loss to the 49ers.
